Who is our top ranked provider in Show Low AZ? [Updated]

Show Low, Arizona Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Show Low, AZ that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Show Low by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Sparklight	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	96.8%
2	Frontier	DSL, Fiber	115 Mbps	115 Mbps	54.8%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Show Low AZ Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Show Low are compared to Navajo County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Arizona overall?
Average download speeds in Show Low of 16.99 Mbps are faster than the Navajo County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Arizona.

Show Low Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 96.8% of the Show Low population
Fiber optic internet is available to 1.0% of Navajo County residents
DSL internet is available to 21.3% of Show Low residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Show Low, AZ providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Show Low is 24.2% slower than the average in Arizona and 47.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 25.2% of the Navajo County population

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Show Low residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Sparklight as the top provider for Show Low, Arizona.

Who has the fastest internet service in Show Low?

Sparklight with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Show Low.

How do the internet speeds in Show Low compare to other cities in Arizona?

Click through to see how the Show Low broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Avra Valley, Chino Valley, Pine, Pinetop Country Club, Saddlebrooke, San Tan Valley, Star Valley

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Show Low, Arizona?

Sparklight provides broadband internet service to 96.8% of Show Low.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Show Low, AZ residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Show Low, Arizona?

The following zip codes were used: 85901, 85902, 85912 and 85929

Show Low Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.